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Price per 100 g.
Broccoli is one of the most healthful foods you can eat - a real nutritional powerhouse. Along with a rich supply of vitamins and minerals - notably vitamin C, folate (folic acid), and potassium - it contains the phytochemical sulforaphane, which helps reduce the risk of cancer. In addition, broccoli contains a good amount of beta-carotene. And, unless you drown it in cheese sauce, broccoli is (like all green vegetables) low in calories and virtually fat-free.
A super source of chromium that helps regulate insulin and blood sugar. Note: cooking and processing destroys some of the antioxidants and anti-estrogenic agents, such as indoles and glutathione.
Most protective when eaten raw or lightly cooked.
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